voco Chicago Downtown - Riverwalk by IHG
350 W Wolf Point Plaza Bldg 1, Chicago, IL 60654, South Chicago, United States
Guest rating: 4.2 / 5
Overview
voco Chicago Downtown - Riverwalk by IHG is an upscale hotel at 350 W Wolf Point Plaza (Building 1) in Chicago, connected to The Merchandise Mart via a skybridge. Surrounded by bars and eateries, it offers a downtown base with access to major attractions within roughly 1–3.7 km.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The hotel is about 7 minutes’ walk from the Merchandise Mart subway station. Nearby points of interest include The Chicago Theatre (about 881 m), Willis Tower and Skydeck Chicago (about 1,049 m), the Chicago Riverwalk (about 1,188 m), Cloud Gate (about 1,335 m), Millennium Park (about 1,395 m), and The Art Institute of Chicago (about 1,584 m). Farther afield are Navy Pier (about 2,720 m), the Field Museum (about 2,979 m), Shedd Aquarium (about 3,013 m), Adler Planetarium (about 3,520 m), and Lincoln Park Zoo (about 3,736 m).
Rooms
Rooms are described as sleek and include a TV and Wi‑Fi, along with a coffeemaker. Upgraded room categories add sitting areas and/or city skyline views.
Dining
On-site dining includes a cafe and a trendy top-floor restaurant. Breakfast is available.
Amenities & Services
Recreation facilities include an indoor pool, a 24/7 gym, and a sauna. The hotel also offers meeting space and a business center, and parking is available.
Best for
This hotel suits travelers who want a modern, upscale stay with on-site dining and wellness facilities like an indoor pool, 24/7 gym, and sauna. It’s also a strong fit for visitors planning to explore central Chicago sights—such as the Chicago Riverwalk, Millennium Park, and the Theatre District—while staying near transit at Merchandise Mart station.
Travel tips
Plan to use the nearby Merchandise Mart subway station (about a 7-minute walk) for quick connections across Chicago. Many headline attractions are walkable within roughly 1–1.6 km (Chicago Riverwalk, Millennium Park, Cloud Gate, Art Institute), while Navy Pier and the museum campus (Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium) are farther and may be more convenient by transit or rideshare. Parking is available on-site, which can help if you’re arriving by car.
What guests say
Reviews commonly highlight positive interactions with staff, especially at the front desk, with multiple guests noting courteous and accommodating service. Food and on-site dining are mentioned favorably by some reviewers. A few guests point to practical touches, including a well-liked water-filling option. Not all experiences are consistent: some feedback reports service shortcomings, including issues tied to housekeeping and the bar, and at least one guest felt the location is slightly removed from the “main” area despite being acceptable overall.
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